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MW Restaurant

Cuisine: Asian, Hawaiian

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For a romantic dinner, head to MW Restaurant. The posh restaurant is tucked behind Ala Moana Center, just off Kapiolani Boulevard. The restaurant, known for its innovative takes on Hawaii Regional... Read More

For a romantic dinner, head to MW Restaurant. The posh restaurant is tucked behind Ala Moana Center, just off Kapiolani Boulevard. The restaurant, known for its innovative takes on Hawaii Regional Cuisine, is the brainchild of husband and wife team, Michelle Karr Ueoka and Wade Ueoka, the restaurant's owners and chefs. The menus also reflect their detail in meticulously sourcing fresh, Hawaii ingredients. The mochi crusted opakapaka with house-made somen noodles is renowned, as is the braised short ribs with seared Hudson Valley foie gras and truffled smashed potatoes. Be sure to save room for dessert! The tropical fruit creamsicle brulee, MW's take on the classic creme bruluee is excellent. It's made with lilikoi sorbet and custard, tapioca pearls, fruit and guava air cake. MW Restaurant also has a five-course tasting menu and a chef's tasting menu, both of which are available with wine pairings.